Typical NYC building and landlord
Pros
- the people in the building are relatively young, and pretty friendly (one guy loves to sing show-tunes during the day) - the super and his brother are really kind and available - the location is perfect. You’re basically on ALL of the trains - the apartments themselves are in good, clean condition
Cons
- the landlord and management company say they’ll have your back, but they don’t. I was told my lease renewal would be based on the advertised price, but when I got the lease there was a Covid “deal” that no one told me about, even though I had asked. Now my rent is going up $600/mo - the common space (stairs, hallways, mail area) are not well maintained. There is plaster falling off the walls, tiles missing, and light fixtures that are broken. - the water pressure is fine but the showers are old and don’t maintain a consistent temperature and constantly go from hot to cold
Advice to the owners
- honor your commitments, even if they are verbal and not in writing - invest in building improvements
Great location and value
Pros
Short walk to Union square, West village, Highline. Amazing value — below market rents and minimal yearly increases. Exposed brick walls in some units. Super was pretty responsive.
Cons
Walk up, tiny bathrooms, the occasional water bug, no good system for package deliveries. No laundry (though laundromat across the street).
Advice to the owners
Thank you for charging a fair rent. Could market the larger railroad apartments as 1 bedrooms, upgrade the bathrooms, make the roof more accessible/usable..
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